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$140+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$221
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$140
(OneTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/210:55 amMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 02mVolaris Costa Rica
Sun 5/182:48 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop2h 57mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 2/19$221
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/285:00 amMEX - SJO
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/32:43 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$259
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/68:40 amMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 08mAeromexico
Sun 6/157:46 amSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 24mAeromexico
Deal found 2/20$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/181:20 amMEX - SJO
1 stop6h 14mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/276:06 pmSJO - MEX
1 stop6h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$271
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1312:55 pmMEX - SJO
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
Sun 3/1612:20 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$287

Find flights from Mexico City to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Mexico City

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 5/2

10:55 am-1:57 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/18

2:48 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

$221

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/28

5:00 am-2:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

2:43 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$259

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/9

8:30 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

8:06 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 14m

$268

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/18

1:20 am-7:34 am

1 stop6h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/27

6:06 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 09m

$271

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 3/13

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/16

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$287

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/12

11:15 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop14h 09m

$140

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/18

7:00 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$148

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 4/7

4:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$149

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/28

11:15 pm-11:25 am

1 stop12h 10m

$180

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/4

2:00 am-8:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

$277

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Mexico City to San José in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico City-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Mexico City-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Mexico City-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico City-San José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Mexico City-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Mexico City to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Mexico City to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Mexico City to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mexico City to San José. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Mexico City to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mexico City to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Mexico City to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEX to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Mexico City to San José, San José Province is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 55% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mexico City to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Mexico City to San José. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Mexico City to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Mexico City to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from Mexico City to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from MEX to SJO are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Mexico City to San José, see what other customers have to say about Copa Airlines, Aeromexico and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,771 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico City to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Mexico City to San José?

    If you book a flight from Mexico City to San José, you will be flying from Benito Juarez to Juan Santamaria Intl. Flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) take 2h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Benito Juarez to San José per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Mexico City to San José, San José Province flight route?

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Mexico City to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Mexico City to San José, San José Province round-trip from $221. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Aeromexico, from $268, and Copa Airlines, from $271. You may be able to fly from Mexico City to San José, San José Province for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Mexico City to San José, San José Province one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris Costa Rica, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $148. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and Volaris, as they are both options that can get you from Mexico City to San José, San José Province for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mexico City to San José, San José Province?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Mexico City to San José, San José Province are Avianca (95%), Avianca Costa Rica (95%) and Air France (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San José, San José Province?

    On average you can expect to pay $329 for a flight from Mexico City to San José, San José Province. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (Mexico City Benito Juarez - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $227.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Mexico City to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Mexico City to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Mexico City to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mexico City to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Mexico City to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Mexico City to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Mexico City to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Mexico City to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$96Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$116Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$180Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$182Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AeromexicoCheapest$193Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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